Troops of 63 Brigade/Sector 1, Joint Task Force, South-South, Operation DELTA SAFE, have arrested two suspected criminals at Ogidigben Community in Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State.
Captain Iliyasu Bawa-rijau, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 63 Brigade, said the operation was conducted following reports of sporadic shooting in the community. He said the operation led to the recovery of four AK-47 rifles, six magazines, 106 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, two knives, 10 machetes, and four rain boots from the suspects.
According to the statement, the suspects are currently in custody, undergoing further investigation.
The statement appreciated troops for their resilience, just as the Commander of 63 Brigade, Brigadier General Moronfolu Abdulmoshood Shonibare charged the troops to sustain the tempo of the operation.
He further reassured of the Brigade’s unwavering commitment to denying criminal elements freedom to operate.
He also warned individuals or groups harbouring arms or engaging in criminal activities to have a rethink, as efforts would be intensified to track them down.